Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
6th Year Gaeilge Bheo: Communicative Mastery for Sixth Class
This course focuses on developing high level fluency and confidence in Irish through immersive communicative tasks. Students engage with complex sentence structures and authentic cultural texts to prepare for the transition to post primary education.
Myself and My Identity
Students explore personal history, future aspirations, and the nuances of their personality using advanced descriptive vocabulary.
Recounting significant life events from infancy to the final year of primary school using the past tense.
Expressing ambitions for secondary school and adult life using the future tense and conditional mood.
Deepening the vocabulary used to describe complex emotions and character strengths beyond basic adjectives.
The Digital World and Media
An investigation into modern technology, social media, and the influence of advertising on young people.
Discussing the pros and cons of digital communication and the vocabulary of the internet.
Analyzing how advertisements use persuasive language to influence consumer choices.
Engaging with Irish language news broadcasts and reporting on local or global events.
Environmental Stewardship
Focusing on ecological issues, climate change, and the responsibility of the individual in protecting the planet.
Understanding the science of climate change and its impact on the Irish landscape.
Practical language for recycling, energy conservation, and reducing waste in daily life.
Exploring the flora and fauna of Ireland and the importance of preserving natural habitats.
Culture, Folklore, and Heritage
A deep dive into Irish mythology, traditional music, and the evolution of Irish customs over time.
Reading and reinterpreting classic Irish myths like the Children of Lir or Fionn Mac Cumhaill.
Exploring the history of Irish instruments, dance, and the Sean-nos singing tradition.
Comparing historical celebrations of Samhain, Imbolc, and Bealtaine with modern Irish festivals.
Health, Sport, and Wellbeing
Promoting a healthy lifestyle through physical activity, balanced nutrition, and mental health awareness.
Discussing GAA, soccer, and other popular sports, including match analysis and player profiles.
Learning about food groups, balanced diets, and the vocabulary of cooking and recipes.
Developing strategies for stress management and expressing feelings of well being.
Transitions and New Beginnings
Preparing for the move to secondary school by reflecting on primary school memories and looking forward.
Creating a memory book or presentation about the highlights of the last eight years.
Discussing new subjects, timetables, and the practicalities of a larger school environment.
Writing and delivering speeches for the end of year celebration.